2016 Ford Transit 2.2L Diesel · YR16 VBA

The vehicle is currently roadworthy, but the maintenance history reveals a trend of reactive rather than proactive upkeep. While the most recent MOT test in September 2025 at 67,482 miles passed, it followed a failure just one day prior due to a structural failure in the offside front tyre and an ineffective windscreen wiper. The persistence of pitted and scored brake discs across multiple tests in 2024 and 2025 indicates that the previous owners deferred replacing these components until they reached the point of inspection failure, rather than replacing them during routine service intervals. At approximately ten years old, the 2016 Ford Transit has covered 67,482 miles, averaging roughly 6,750 miles per year. This low-mileage usage profile is consistent with light commercial use or infrequent operation. There is a significant gap of nearly 9,000 miles between the May 2024 test and the September 2025 test, which suggests a period of consistent use. However, low annual mileage on a vehicle of this age often leads to the degradation of rubber-based components, which is reflected in the records regarding tyres and suspension bushes. A buyer must conduct a thorough physical inspection of the front-end geometry. The record shows a recurring issue with the offside front suspension arm bushes and pins, dating back to 2023 and persisting through 2024. You should verify if these bushes were actually replaced or if there is any remaining play in the steering assembly. Additionally, the braking system has shown a history of marginal performance and corrosion, starting with low parking brake efficiency in 2022 and leading to the scored discs noted in 2025. Finally, ensure the spare wheel carrier, which was flagged as insecure in both 2022 and 2023, has been properly secured to prevent potential detachment during transit.